A diary of the week's events:
Tuesday 24th November 2009
Gallery of History, Gordon Street open from 10am to 3pm. For more information call 374 6300.
The Elske Centre for over 60's from 10am to 3pm. Venue: Dannevirke Anglican Church Hall. Co-ordinator Molly Herd. The Centre offers its services through Anglican Care and is a charitable trust for the Community.
Dannevirke Brownies & Pippins meet from 3.30 to 5pm at the Scout Hall. For further information contact Sylvia Peffers 374 8794.
Dannevirke Girl Guides for girls aged between 9 1/2 and 14 1/2 yrs, meet from 5.30pm to 7pm at the Scout and Guide Hall, Dannevirke Domain. For more information contact Marianne 374 5047 or 0800 663 466 or www.girlguiding.org.nz
Dannevirke Rotary Club meet at the Services & Citizens Club, Queen Street at 5.30pm for a social time with the meeting commencing at 6pm with a meal and then finishing at 7.30pm.
Boot Scooters Line Dancing, low impact, 10am to11.30am at the Scout Hall, Christian Street.
Tae Kwon Do (ITF) the complete martial art for all ages. Training at the Dannevirke Sports Centre from 6.30pm to 8pm. Instructor Jock Henderson 374 2867.
Weight Watchers meet at 6pm at the Rangitane Hall, Copenhagen Square, High Street.
Bring your donations of canned food (excludes pet food) to blockbuster Dannevirke and receive 1 free movie rental . All donations go to the Hub's 2009 Christmas Food Appeal.
Wednesday 25th November 2009
Gallery of History, Gordon Street open from 10am to 3pm. For more information call 374 6300.
Dannevirke Spinners & Weavers meet at the Craft Cottage, 30 McPhee Street from 10am to 3pm. Everyone welcome. For further information contact Jean 374 1512.
Ladies Golf - Club day at the Dannevirke Golf Club. 10am start. Contact Helen Martin 374 7689 for more information. All welcome.
Girls Brigade, Knox Church Hall, Swinburn Street from 5.30pm - 7.15pm. This is a faith based programme suitable for girls aged 5yrs upwards. Contact Jane Dempster 374 8795 for more details.
Dannevirke Community Toy Library at the Carnegie Centre from 3.30pm to 5.30pm.
For details phone Tenesha Puki 3747589.
Dannevirke Highland Pipe band meet at the Carnegie Centre, Allardice Street from 7pm to 9pm. Contact Glennis McDonald if you require more information phone 374 7280.
Tararua Kyokushin Karate Club. Train at 50 High Street mixed classes 5.30pm to 7pm. The more the merrier. Contact Bob Fryer - Woodville 06 376 4180 for more information.
Dannevirke Brass Band meet for a full practice from 7.30pm to 9pm. Practice is held at the Brass Band rooms off Allardice Street. Anyone wanting to learn an instrument please contact: Sarah Kuggeleijn 374 6446.
Tennis club mornings 10am at clubrooms, Sports Centre, Anderson Street, Dannevirke. For more information contact Glad Francis phone 374 7581.
Dannevirke Bridge Club starts 7.30pm at the Club rooms, High Street. For more information contact Yvonne Cox 374 9079.
Ruahine Ramblers Leisure Marching Team meet at the Netball Courts, Anderson Street at 5.30pm. New members welcome to join. Contact Marj Johnson 374 8725.
Women's Home League Fellowship at 1.30pm at the Salvation Army Hall. All ladies welcome. Different activities each week, includes afternoon tea. Any donations go to the Salvation Army Work in Tonga, Women's Ministries. Contact 374 7750 or 374 8970.
The Elske Centre for over 60's from 10am to 3pm. Venue: Dannevirke Anglican Church Hall. Co-ordinator Molly Herd. The Centre offers its services through Anglican Care and is a charitable trust for the Community.
Aqua aerobics at AMP Wai Splash, all welcome. 9am start, $5 per 45 min session, bring along a friend.
Tots & Toddlers, SH2, Makirikiri 9.30am to 11.30am, all tots and toddlers. All enquiries please contact: Mel Gollan 374 2964.
Rangatira Croquet Club, McPhee Street. Club day 1pm start. For more information contact Bethia Campbell 374 5382.
The 24th New Zealand Veterans' Championship – Central Region Event, at Rangatira Croquet Club, McPhee Street. 8.30am start. For more information contact Bethia Campbell 374 5382.
Radio Dannevirke, meet 7pm at Radio Station, 91 High Street, Copenhagen Square. Contact Glennis 374 7280.
Grey Power monthly meeting held at The Hub, Allardice Street entrance at 1.30pm. Three guests speaking on Christmas in their native lands. Entertainment also organised, last meeting for 2009. All welcome.
Thursday 26th November 2009
Gallery of History, Gordon Street open from 10am to 3pm. For more information call 374 6300.
Activate, 2 Cadman Street. 11am - Sit and be fit - seniors seated and standing exercise. For more details contact Activate 374 7920.
Dannevirke Art Society meets at the studio, 30 McPhee Street for painting & drawing from 10am onwards. Visitors & newcomers are welcome.
Volley Ball - Dannevirke Sports Centre, Anderson Street 6pm to 7.30pm. Bring along a friend and give it a go.
Aqua aerobics at AMP Wai Splash, all welcome. 5.30pm start, $5 per 45 min session, bring along a friend.
Business House Tennis. Enquiries to David Kerr 374 2953.
The 24th New Zealand Veterans' Championship – Central Region Event, at Rangatira Croquet Club, McPhee Street. 8.30am start. For more information contact Bethia Campbell 374 5382.
Friday 27th November 2009
Gallery of History open from 10am to 3pm. For more information call 374 6300.
Activate, 2 Cadman Street. 9am - Litepace - A gentle 35 minute class for mainly over 50's. For more details contact Activate 374 7920.
Tai Chi Balance classes for Seniors - 2009. Classes to be held at the Old Acquaintance Club, Allardice Street, Dannevirke at 9.30am - 10.30am. Tai Chi Balance classes are for EVERYONE!! Whether you are after some low impact gentle exercise, recovering from an injury, have a disability or simply want to try something new. $3.00 casual session. For further information phone Natarsha Nikora - Sport Tararua 374 4136.
Dannevirke Community Toy Library at the Carnegie Centre from 10.30am to 12.30pm.
For details phone Tenesha Puki 3747589.
Boot Scooters Line Dancing. Low impact, 10am to 11am at the Scout Hall, Christian Street.
Dannevirke Bridge Club meet at the Club rooms High Street at 1.30pm, for more information contact Yvonne Cox 374 9079.
Tae Kwon Do (ITF) the complete martial art for all ages. Training at the Dannevirke Sports Centre from 6.30pm to 8pm. Instructor Jock Henderson 374 2867.
Dannevirke Spinners & Weavers meet at the Craft Cottage, 30 McPhee Street from 10am to 3pm. For further information contact Jean 374 1512.
The 24th New Zealand Veterans' Championship – Central Region Event, at Rangatira Croquet Club, McPhee Street. 8.30am start. For more information contact Bethia Campbell 374 5382.
Saturday 28th November 2009
Fantasy Cave, ANZ building, High Street. Open 10am – 12.30pm. For group bookings call 374 9011, Sylvia 374 8794 or Elizabeth 374 7865.
S.H.B. Scottish Society are holding their Birthday Ingleside with Scottish and old time dancing at St. Joseph's Hall, Allardice Street. 7.30pm. Families a plate please. Everyone welcome.
Rangatira Croquet Club, McPhee Street. Club day 1pm start. For more information contact Bethia Campbell 374 5382.
Appleton Kindergarten's Teddy Bears Picnic. To all teddy bears and their owners (and related grown ups) you are all invited to Appleton Kindergarten for a family fun day, 10am til noon. Bring your picnic rugs, coffee mugs and be ready for games, picnic food and a Teddy Bear's parade.
The 24th New Zealand Veterans' Championship – Central Region Event, at Rangatira Croquet Club, McPhee Street. 8.30am start. For more information contact Bethia Campbell 374 5382.
Sunday 29th November 2009
Norsewood Country Fair in Vogel Street, Norsewood, stalls $15. 10am – 3pm.
The 24th New Zealand Veterans' Championship – Central Region Event, at Rangatira Croquet Club, McPhee Street. 8.30am start. For more information contact Bethia Campbell 374 5382.
The 2009 Christmas Cantata, "Come to the Manger", at the Knox Church at 9am, followed by morning tea in the Hall and at 7pm, followed by supper.
Monday 30th November 2009
Gallery of History, Gordon Street open from 10am to 3pm. For more information call 374 6300.
Dannevirke Cubs meet at the Scout Hall from 5pm to 6.30pm. Contact Rona Boyce 374 8790 for further information.
Dannevirke Toy Library at the Carnegie Community Centre from 10.30am to 12.30pm.
For details phone Tenesha Puki 3747589.
Tai Chi Balance classes for Seniors - 2009. Classes to be held at the Old Acquaintance Club, Allardice Street, Dannevirke at 9.30am - 10.30am. Tai Chi Balance classes are for EVERYONE!! Whether you are after some low impact gentle exercise, recovering from an injury, have a disability or simply want to try something new. $3.00 casual session. For further information phone Natarsha Nikora - Sport Tararua 374 4136.
Tots & Toddlers, SH2 Makirikiri 10am to noon, for new babies. All enquiries please contact: Mel Gollan 374 2964.
Activate, 2 Cadman Street. 9am - Litepace - A gentle 35 minute class for mainly over 50's. 11am Sit and be fit - seniors seated and standing exercise. For more details contact Activate 374 7920.
Tararua Karate Club train at 50 High Street from 5.30pm to 7pm. Contact: Bob Fryer 06 376 4180.
Indoor Bowls at the Sports Centre at 7.30pm. All welcome. Contact Raymond 374 8457.
Viking Choir meets at 7.30pm at the Dannevirke High School music room. All welcome. Contact Sue Speedy 374 5970 for more information.
Dannevirke Bridge Club starts 7.30pm at the Club rooms, High Street, for more information contact Yvonne Cox 374 9079.
Model Railway Club meets at 7.30pm at the Raumati Hall, Cnr Tiratu and Maunga Roads. Contact Tristan Smiley 374 7894.
The Elske Centre for over 60's from 10am to 3pm. Venue: Dannevirke Anglican Church Hall. Co-ordinator Molly Herd. The Centre offers its services through Anglican Care and is a charitable trust for the Community.
Come Dancing With Us - Old time dancing at Dannevirke Services and Citizens Club, Cnr Princess & Queen Sts. Learn to dance, old favourites and many more, partners not necessary. A fun night out from 7pm - 9pm. For more information phone John Bloor 374 6895 or Ron Lowe 374 5444.
Coming events in December
Norsewood & Districts School Support Group present "What Not to Wear" – Dec 2nd, Melissa Martin Academy of Dance, A Tribute to Godz Own – 4th and 5th Dec, Dannevirke Christmas Parade - 5th Dec, Dannevirke Tennis Club Christmas Cheer tournament – 5th Dec, Xmas Cracker at The Fountain Theatre – 11th and 12th Dec, Coast to Coast – 12th Dec, Norsewood and Districts School fundraiser, "Take a kid hunting and fishing competition" – 11th, 12th and 13th Dec, Carols in the Park – 20th Dec, Dannevirke Hogmanay Ingleside – 31st Dec.
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